The Medical Secretary Level 3 Advanced Diploma programme equips participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in medical administration roles. Covering medical terminology, documentation, communication, and administrative procedures, this course prepares individuals for successful careers in healthcare support. Ideal for aspiring medical secretaries and those looking to enhance their expertise in medical administration.
What Will You Learn?
- Master medical terminology.
- Efficient management of medical documentation and records.
- Effective communication skills for healthcare environments.
- Administrative procedures in healthcare settings.
- Basics of medical billing and coding.
- Health information management and privacy regulations.
- Professional development and career opportunities in medical administration.
Who Should Take The Course?
- Aspiring medical secretaries.
- Individuals seeking a career in medical administration.
- Healthcare support staff looking to enhance their skills.
- Professionals transitioning into the healthcare sector.
Requirements:
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- Proficiency in using computers and common office software.
- Interest in healthcare and medical administration.
Course Curriculum
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- Importance of professionalism and confidentiality in healthcare settings 00:10:00
- Overview of medical ethics and legal responsibilities 00:10:00
- Understanding the role of a medical secretary 00:10:00
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- Basic anatomy and physiology relevant to medical administration 00:10:00
- Building and understanding medical terms 00:10:00
- Introduction to medical prefixes, suffixes, and root words 00:10:00
- Electronic health records (EHR) systems and software 00:10:00
- Organizing and maintaining patient records efficiently 00:10:00
- Principles of medical documentation and record-keeping 00:10:00
- Appointment scheduling and managing patient appointments 00:10:00
- Coordinating administrative tasks in a medical office 00:10:00
- Handling medical correspondence and transcriptions 00:10:00
- Handling sensitive information ethically and responsibly 00:10:00
- HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act regulations 00:10:00
- Maintaining patient confidentiality and data security 00:10:00
- Exam of Medical Secretary 00:50:00
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Very unique in gathering all the steps, instructions and methodologies required when providing receptionist and administrative support in the medical sectors.
Videos would be good
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Glad I tried this course. It was a lot to take in but it was very well put together. Great information and I’ll definitely be doing another course!